

Yes, your tone. You’re coming off as snide and hostile, not to mention condescending, none of which are conducive to discourse.
It makes it seem like you’re not interested in communicating your perspective or finding a common understanding. But with those two motivations ruled out, what’s left?
What is your motivation here?


I’ve got to be honest, I’m completely baffled about this pearl-clutching thing. I’d ask if you were mistaking me for someone else in the reply chain but I haven’t seen any pearl-clutching there either, much less victimization or giving shit.
The “kid” part, too, perhaps points to some projection on your part? I think you’ve been reading a whole lot of things that just aren’t present.
I can’t say I’m disappointed by the block. This discussion hasn’t been very enlightening or enjoyable.